The Royal Grammar School Worcester (also known as RGS Worcester) is an independent coeducational school in Worcester, England. Founded before 1291, it is one of the oldest British independent schools.
It began accepting girls in 2002 prior to the merger. In September 2007 it merged with the neighbouring Alice Ottley School and was briefly known as RGS Worcester and The Alice Ottley School before reverting to its original name. The school now consists of the main senior school and two preparatory campuses known as Springfield (previously of Alice Ottley School) and The Grange (opened 1996).
Until 1992 it accepted boarders who resided in Whiteladies house, a building that is rumoured to contain hidden treasure from Charles I from when he sought refuge there during the Civil War. It is now a day school.
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